an arrondissement of the department of Finistere, in France, extending over 605 square miles. It is divided into ten cantons and fifty-eight communes, and contains 120,000 inhabitants. The capital is the city of the same name, situated at the junction of the Jaclot and Oifen, which form a haven, with a well-defended entrance.

A considerable trade is carried on from this place with Spain and Portugal, to which are exported the linens well known by the names of Creas and Bretagnias; but of late years this trade has diminished. The city contains 1500 houses, and 10,000 inhabitants. It was the birthplace of the celebrated General Moreau. Long. 3° 53'. 35". W. Lat. 48° 33' N.